Masters athletes News: Event Infos & Masters athlete stories

Patricia Baker is back breaking World Records following a 20-year break from cycling

April 15, 2020 - Events , Sport , Health and Wellbeing

Patricia Baker established multiple track-cycling records in her age group after taking a 20-year break from racing. Patricia Baker has had a busy few months. In August, the 80-year-old track cyclist and great-grandmother of five became the oldest...

What's your favourite Masters memory?

April 15, 2020 - Community

Studies have shown that engaging with positive memories boosts serotonin levels and improves general well-being. So, at this challenging time, when the things that normally bring us joy have been put on hold, we want you to find joy in your...

How Masters are coping with Covid-19

April 3, 2020 - Health and Wellbeing , Community

As Covid-19 continues to spread, the Masters community have rallied together to support each other through this challenging time. From messages of support, to home workouts and challenges, our community have taken to social media to share their...

2020 Pan-American Masters Games postponed due to Covid-19

March 30, 2020 - Events , News Rio 2020

After having carefully monitored the current Covid-19 (Coronavirus) outbreak a joint decision by the Organising Committee and the IMGA (International Masters Games Association) has been taken to postpone the 2020 Pan-American Masters Games, Rio de...

Resistance training for Masters: How to stay fit at home during Coronavirus

March 25, 2020 - Sport , Health and Wellbeing

Self-isolation is helping manage the spread of the coronavirus, but is it helping our physical and mental health? At this challenging time, it’s important we protect our wellbeing by remaining active at home. Maybe you're trying to hold onto your...

Female masters marathoners are the new cohort of elites

March 24, 2020 - Sport , Health and Wellbeing

F40-44 was one of the most competitive age groups at the NYC marathon. If you were a woman hoping to crack the top three in your age group at the New York City marathon, and you’re between the ages of 40 and 44, it was going to be a big ask. In...

Cranberry resident Janet McDonough a master at swimming

March 24, 2020 - Health and Wellbeing

Back in 1976, Janet McDonough was a pioneer of sorts. It was a time when women athletes, refusing to be ignored by universities, were given an equal opportunity to earn sports scholarships. Title IX saw to this. A decorated Gateway High School...

Centenarian sprinter Man Kaur receives Nari Shakti Puraskar

March 11, 2020 - Sport

On March 8, centenarian sprinter Man Kaur was conferred the prestigious Nari Shakti Puraskar for 2019 for her exceptional contribution towards female empowerment. The country's highest civilian honour for women will be presented by President Ram...

What advice would you give to your younger self?

March 4, 2020 - Sport , Health and Wellbeing , Community

Masters athletes and sporting greats share the advice they would give to their younger self.   Masters athletes around the world continue to prove that when it comes to sport, age has no limits. Our fantastic community of athletes are...

“It’s a special kind of friendship – it’s more like an extended family,” says Irish Master Claire Bell

February 28, 2020 - Community

For Irish Masters International Claire Bell, the women she shares the pitch with provide more than just friendship. Here, the World Cup winner delves into the details of the special camaraderie that breeds Irish success. Claire Bell’s passion for...